'Learning to Drive' Movie Giveaway

The independent film Learning to Drive starts with an affair. Wendy (played by Patricia Clarkson) learns her husband is cheating with a younger woman. When he leaves Wendy, she also learns she’s not quite as independent as she thought. She must learn to drive.

That’s where Darwan (played by Ben Kingsley) enters the picture. He’s a driving instructor facing some marital issues of his own.

As the movie unfolds, learning to drive becomes a metaphor for having a successful relationship: be in the moment; pay attention to what’s around you so you’re not caught off guard; be careful with other people’s lives — and your own.

Clarkson and Kingsley, both experienced, engaging actors, show how unlikely friendships can develop when most needed, and they alone may be reason enough to see the film. It opens Aug. 21 in New York, N.Y., and Los Angeles, Calif., then rolls out in other markets across the country.

Next Avenue has free passes to venues in major markets. Below, look for a screening near you. Click the link to reserve your complimentary tickets. Enjoy the show!

AMC 34th ST (New York, N.Y.)
Wednesday, August 19th @ 7:00 PM

ArcLight Hollywood (Los Angeles, Calif. )
Wednesday, August 19th @ 7:30 PM

Embarcadero Center Cinema (San Francisco, Calif.)
Monday, August 24 @ 7:30 PM

Angelika Dallas (Dallas, Tex.)
Tuesday, August 25, 2015 @ 7:30 PM

Harkins Camelview (Phoenix, Ariz.)
Wednesday, August 26 @ 7:00 PM

AMC Loews Boston Common 19 (Boston, Mass.)
Wednesday, August 26 @ 7:00 PM

Showplace Icon (Chicago, Ill.)
Wednesday, August 26 @ 7:00 PM

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